THE ROLE OF INTERNATIONAL PRIVATE LAW IN GOVERNING CYBERSECURITY INCIDENTS
Keywords:
International Private Law, Cybersecurity, Jurisdiction, Conflict of Laws, Cross-border Disputes, Digital Evidence, Cyber Incidents, International EnforcementAbstract
This research examines the complex intersection of international private law and cybersecurity incidents, focusing on jurisdictional challenges, applicable law determination, and enforcement mechanisms in cross-border cyber disputes. Through analysis of significant case law, international conventions, and regulatory frameworks, this study investigates how private international law principles adapt to the unique characteristics of cyberspace. The research employs a mixed-methods approach, combining doctrinal analysis with case studies of major cybersecurity incidents from 2015-2024. Findings indicate that traditional private international law frameworks struggle to address the borderless nature of cyber incidents, highlighting the need for harmonized international standards and specialized conflict-of-law rules for cybersecurity disputes. The study proposes a novel framework for determining jurisdiction and applicable law in cybersecurity cases, emphasizing the role of technological factors in private international law analysis.
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